The Arava Institute for Environmental Studies is the premier environmental teaching and research program in the Middle East, preparing future Arab and Jewish leaders to cooperatively solve the region's environmental challenges. Located in the heart of Israel's Arava desert, the Arava Institute is a unique oasis of environmental education, research, and international cooperation.

Through the generosity of Irmgard Baum, may her memory be for a blessing, our Congregation has a strong connection to Arava. Building on this relationship, this year's Tikkun Olam project is to become the first carbon neutral synagogue by purchasing solar panels for the Institute.

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